Chapter 13

"Mr. Kade, when did I ever say I wanted to work for the Kade Corporation? Can you even afford my salary?"

Damien leaned forward, a playful glint in his eyes. "If I can't afford your salary, there are other ways to compensate."

Serena chuckled, her fingers lightly tracing Damien's outrageously handsome face.

"This face is quite something and the body isn't bad either. Are you suggesting some kind of... physical payment?"

Instead of backing off, Damien leaned in closer. "Why don't you take another look?

This face, this body, calling it 'not bad' is an understatement. There are countless women out there who would love to have me, but not everyone gets the chance."

The implication was clear: she wasn't losing out; she was getting a great deal.

Serena had to admit, Damien's shamelessness was impressive. But when she thought about it, he had a point. With looks and a physique like his, he was sure to turn heads wherever he went.

Serena gently traced her fingers over Damien's smooth cheek. The slight stubble pricked her fingers, but that rough sensation was thrilling, making her linger.

"You offer your body and I offer my labor. How can you be so sure I'll agree?" Damien asked, grabbing Serena's wandering hand.

If she kept touching him, he couldn't guarantee he wouldn't lose control right there.

"I believe you will agree," she replied confidently.

His gaze fell to where she was perched on the table, her curves perfectly round and enticing. (Don't ask how he knew; he'd felt them more than a few times.)

In Damien's mind, an indescribable scene unfolded. Maybe next time, they could try a different position.

Just the sight of her curves had him thinking about the future.

Yes, this little fox certainly had what it took.

Not many could leave him wanting more, but she was the only one.

Once you had a taste, you couldn't get enough. Serena smiled softly, a hint of mischief in her eyes, as she playfully tugged on Damien's tie, pulling him closer to her.

Damien obliged, leaning in until the space between them was filled with a warm, charged energy.

Serena's breath brushed against Damien's face as she teased, "President Damien, are you sure you can afford me?"

Damien grinned wickedly, leaning in towards Serena, stopping just an inch from her lips.

The air around them grew hotter, charged with anticipation. Serena instinctively licked her dry lips.

This man was irresistible, like a charming devil, skilled, wealthy, fit and handsome. He seemed flawless.

His only flaw? He was too clever.

But playing with someone so sharp was what made it exciting.

Serena's lip-licking was nothing short of an invitation.

Suddenly, a piece of paper was pressed against Serena's face.

She had expected a passionate kiss, but instead, a cold sheet of paper shattered the moment.

Serena thought Damein would be the one to lose control under her teasing, but it turned out she was the one caught off guard.

She couldn't help but chuckle, pulling the application form off her face and slapping it onto the table.

Damien , meanwhile, had already straightened his tie, which Serena had messed up and sat back in his chair with the composure of a gentleman, unfazed and calm.

"President Damien, impressive self-control," Damien sneered. "Right back at you..."

If it weren't for the desk hiding him, Damien would have already lost his composure.

This little enchantress was just too tempting and he almost couldn't resist taking action right then and there.

At the crucial moment, he managedto regain a sliver of sanity and suppress his impulses. Outwardly calm and indifferent, he was actually on the brink of losing it.

Serena sat directly across from Damien, looking at the job application form with a smile. "Are you really planning to let me join your company? Aren't you afraid I'll ruin your fashion design department?"

Damien shrugged it off. "It's just a fashion design department. If you ruin it, so be it."

Was he really that confident?

Serena was puzzled. "There are plenty of talented people out there. Why me?"

Damien pointed to a magazine on the desk. "I noticed you seem to have a liking for fashion magazines."

Serena replied matter-of-factly, "What girl doesn't like fashion clothes? It's pretty normal, isn't it?"

She thought Damien might have discovered her true identity. Apparently, she was overthinking it.

But that alone wasn't enough to prove anything. If simply liking fashion magazines could get someone into the Kade Corporation's fashion design department, it would probably be overflowing with people by now.

Damien spoke directly, "The magazine you were holding is the latest international fashion weekly. All the designs in it are by theworld-renowned fashion designer, Aria. This year, she's particularly fond of yellow and purple. She's a fashion icon and has never missed a trend. In the coming year, yellow and purple will definitely be the focus of fashion..."

Serena was a bit surprised and shocked. Damien was indeed a smart guy. She had heard he used to run a company abroad and was recently brought back by the Kade family to manage their group.

She didn't expect him to be so knowledgeable about fashion.

Serena feigned surprise and asked Damien, "Is this designer Aria really that amazing? Whatever color she predicts will be the next trend? Isn't it too risky to invest based on that?"

Damien smiled, "Aria is considered a top-tier designer worldwide. If she says a color will bein vogue, it will be, without exception. Three years ago, Aria burst onto the scene and for three years, the world has followed her color trends..."

"You just glanced at Aria's magazine and figured out that yellow and purple will be the next big thing, which shows you're very perceptive. Bringing you into the Kade Corporation wasn't a random decision; it was well thought out."

Of course, there was another reason—to keep her busy and prevent this little fox from running around and causing trouble.

After listening, Serena tore the application form in half right in front of Damien.

"What if I don't accept? Working is so tiring and boring. No way, I'm more suited for a carefree life of leisure and fun."